Vella Cafe
4.4
- Neighborhood: Logan Square
- 1912 N. Western Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60647
- 773-489-7777
Restaurant vets Melissa Yen and Sara Voden are behind this casual order-at-the-counter-and-seat-yourself BYOB under the Western Avenue Blue Line "L" station. You might recognize the name—Vella started out selling made-to-order panini at Chicago Green City Market. In addition to panini, look for soups and salads, quiche and pastries. Weekend brunch features sweet and savory crepes, tasty amaranth pancakes with lingonberry preserves, and an egg- and salsa verde-topped polenta dish we just love. With cement floors and lots of windows, the cafe can get noisy, but it's a bright, cheery space and a convenient stop for weekday commuters.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Western and Homer
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
- Blue Line train: Western Avenue stop
The Basics
- Hours:
- 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
- Meals Served:
- Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $ (Under $9)
- Reservations:
- Not Accepted
- Alcohol:
- BYOB. Red & White (1861 N. Milwaukee Ave.) wine shop will deliver.
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Cafe
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Internet Access:
- Yes
- Features:
- Catering. Sandwich platters also available for carryout.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Space may be reserved for evening events.
- Delivery:
- Yes. They'll deliver pizzas to nearby Green Eye during dinner service.
- Seating :
- For 40-50.
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"Great food, relaxing place, reasonable price!"
By ilovechicago from bucktown, April 13, 2008
The food was great here and even a little bit innovative. Everything was fresh and tasty, not overdone or too sweet or salty. Really family frien...
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"breakfast at vella"
By Lucy Honeychurch from Logan Square, November 2, 2007
One of my favorite things is enjoying breakfast during the week at Vella. It is generally quiet and cosy and it makes me happy. I love the tofu scr...
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"Excellent food and kid friendly!..."
By Mother G from Chicago, IL, September 9, 2007
Excellent food and kid friendly! I highly recommend the Tofu Scramble and the coffee. The staff's friendliness coupled with the laid back atmosphe...
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